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GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse

GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse — the trail guide

The GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse is a 836.9 km trek in Spain, typically walked in 24+ days, with 40413 m of total ascent. It rates Moderate on our published rubric (48 m of gain per km, topping out at 2806 m).

The GR11 spans the entire Spanish Pyrenees, a legendary high mountain traverse from the Bay of Biscay to the Costa Brava. The route stays on the Spanish side of the frontier, passing through wild valleys, over high passes, and through varied cultures from Basque to Catalan. A serious undertaking requiring strong mountain skills and stamina.

Quick facts

Distance836.9 km
Total ascent40413 m
Typical duration24+ days
Difficulty (computed)Moderate
Steepness48 m gain per km
High point2806 m
CountrySpain
RegionSpain

Difficulty is computed from gain-per-km and maximum altitude on a published rubric, identically for every trail in the catalogue — so an "Moderate" here means the same thing everywhere on DirtbagMaps.

Elevation profile

Low point -1 m · high point 2806 m · 40413 m total ascent over 836.9 km.

Historical climate normals — month by month

ERA5 reanalysis averages (2015–2024) for the trail area, referenced to approximately 44 m elevation. These are gridded historical estimates, not observations from every stage and not a forecast. They cannot show current snowpack, river levels, fire restrictions, closures or whether a pass is safe.

MonthAvg highAvg lowAvg precip
Jan12°6°187 mm
Feb13°7°154 mm
Mar15°8°152 mm
Apr17°9°117 mm
May19°12°132 mm
Jun22°15°129 mm
Jul24°17°77 mm
Aug25°17°108 mm
Sep23°16°141 mm
Oct20°13°139 mm
Nov16°10°219 mm
Dec14°8°183 mm

Planning notes

Frequently asked questions

How long is the GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse?

The GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse is 836.9 km, and most hikers complete it in 24+ days. Total elevation gain is 40413 m.

How difficult is the GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse?

It rates Moderate on DirtbagMaps' computed rubric: 48 m of climbing per km walked with a high point of 2806 m. The rubric classifies every trail from gain-per-km and maximum altitude, so ratings are comparable across the whole catalogue.

Can this climate table tell me when the GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse is open or safe?

No. The table contains historical ERA5 averages, not a forecast or a report of snow, flooding, fire, closures or route condition. Check the responsible land manager and a current local forecast before departure.

Where is the GR11 - Spanish Pyrenean Traverse?

In Spain. The route starts near 43.391, -1.792 — the interactive 3D map above shows the full line, and the planner splits it into daily stages.

Can I get the GPX and plan daily stages?

Yes. Open the trail in the DirtbagMaps planner to drag the elevation profile into daily stages, see huts and accommodation along the corridor, and export a per-day GPX for your watch or GPS.

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